Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Green cove springs, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Green cove springs, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Green cove springs, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Green cove springs is March 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 15th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Green cove springs, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Green cove springs is December 15th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Green cove springs, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Green cove springs is approximately 289 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Green cove springs, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Green cove springs, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), starting Marigold seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Garden Cress (from February 1st to February 15th), direct sowing Radish (from February 1st to February 15th), and starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from March 15th to March 29th), direct sowing Anise (from March 8th to March 15th), and direct sowing Sesame (from March 15th to March 29th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Lavender seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th).